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1952 Map of London

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of London
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

London serves as the focal point of this 1950s topographic study, showcasing the city's mid-century layout including Sue Bennett College and the State Sanatorium. The landscape is a complex intersection of natural drainage and industrial activity, characterized by the winding South Fork Rockcastle River and numerous Strip Mines that mark the hillsides. The influence of the Louisville and Nashville railroad is evident, anchoring settlements like East Bernstadt and Pittsburg to the regional coal and timber corridors.

Rural life is meticulously documented through family-named landmarks and community centers, from the Hazel Green Sch in the north to Macedonia Ch in the south. The eastern portion of the map transitions into the Cumberland National Forest, while the northern reaches include the small communities of Oakley and Atlanta. This era represents a time when the L and N Road and Nashville Road were primary conduits for local travel through Laurel County.